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IOPC investigation into police actions prior to a fatal collision in Wiltshire is continuing

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2024-02-01
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Wiltshire Police

What was investigated

The IOPC is progressing an investigation into police actions prior to a fatal road traffic collision involving a pursuit by police officers. A 17-year-old passenger in a vehicle being pursued died at the scene after it crashed into a traffic island.

Key findings

  • Three police vehicles attempted to execute a controlled stop of the Astra.
  • The pursuit continued on the M4 with police operating emergency lights and sirens.
  • Both the Astra and a police vehicle ran a red light before crashing.
  • The officer driving the police vehicle involved in the crash is under criminal investigation.
  • The officer has been served with a gross misconduct notice.
  • Statements from police officers and dashcam footage are being reviewed.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, with potential criminal and disciplinary proceedings pending.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Reviewed by the BlueLineHub Editorial Team
Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.